Origin
Beulah, ND
Evening in Beulah on Saturday
Local time
8:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beulah, ND to West Fargo, ND
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 31m
Distance
264.2 mi
425 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 18m
★
6 AM
4h 32m
8 AM
4h 58m
10 AM
4h 41m
12 PM
4h 38m
3 PM
4h 42m
5 PM
4h 57m
8 PM
4h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beulah, ND
Philipp Schwarz
West Fargo, ND
cole peters
Trip Overview
Beulah, ND to West Fargo, ND is 264.2 miles and takes about 4h 31m via I 94, with a fuel budget near $41 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This journey primarily sticks to interstates, offering a straightforward drive across the Great Plains. You'll experience a consistent highway-focused profile for nearly the entire trip. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is best suited for a single-day excursion, making it a convenient option when you need to cover ground efficiently within North Dakota.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
132.1 miles from Beulah, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 232.6 mi | 3h 42m |
| State Highway 49 | 25.1 mi | 37m |
| 61st Avenue Southwest | 3 mi | 4m |
| I 94 Business | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Main Street West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 1st Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Avenue West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 232.6 mi, about 3h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beulah, ND and West Fargo, ND.
1
Start on Central Avenue South
55 ft
·
7 sec
·
Central Avenue South
2
Turn left onto Main Street West
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Main Street West
3
At end of road, turn left onto ND 49
11 mi
·
15 min
·
State Highway 49
4
Continue on ND 49
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
61st Avenue Southwest
5
Continue on ND 49
15 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 49
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
7
Merge onto I 94
233 mi
·
3 hr 42 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto I 94 Business
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 94 Business
Toward US 10, I 94 BUS: Main Avenue
9
Turn right onto 1st Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
1st Street
10
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue West
126 ft
·
5 sec
·
2nd Avenue West
11
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue West
Trip Plan
For this 264.2-mile drive, departing in the morning will give you ample daylight to complete the approximately 4.5-hour journey. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated around $41, planning your fuel fill-ups strategically is key. Consider topping off your tank before leaving Beulah to maximize your time on the road. Given the route's highway-heavy nature, be prepared for consistent driving conditions and take advantage of the flexibility this single-day trip offers for breaks.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 132.1 miles from Beulah, ND, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 232.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 58 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132.1 miles or 2h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Fargo, ND than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Beulah, ND so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Beulah, ND
This is one driving day of about 264.2 miles and 4h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Beulah, ND.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 232.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
132 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 132.1 miles from Beulah, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 232.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 264.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
ND 49 / State Highway 49
At end of road, turn left onto ND 49 / State Highway 49
Navigation decision point
4
28.4 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
28.7 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
261.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 26m in
|
I 94 Business
Take the exit onto I 94 Business toward US 10, I 94 BUS: Main Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 10, I 94 BUS: Main Avenue
5
264.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 31m in
|
2nd Avenue West
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue West
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.30 one way
$82.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
92 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $45.35 | $90.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $50.84 | $101.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $58.33 | $116.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 79.3 | 0 | $27.74 | $12.68 |
| Efficient EV | 66.1 | 0 | $23.12 | $10.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 105.7 | 1 | $36.99 | $16.91 |
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
West Fargo, ND
Evening in West Fargo on Saturday
Local time
8:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Medina, ND
132 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 31m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 99% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on I 94, experiencing a long, uninterrupted stretch of 232.6 miles. Expect a consistent pace and open road for much of the journey, characteristic of driving through the Great Plains. While mostly interstate, the final portion involves a brief transition onto State Highway 49 and 61st Avenue Southwest before reaching your destination.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 232.6 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and State Highway 49. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near ND 49 / State Highway 49.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 31m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (ND 49 / State Highway 49): Navigation decision point; at 28.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 28.7 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in West Fargo, ND
Full guide →West Fargo is a suburb in the Fargo/Moorhead metropolitan area. The city features a multitude of shopping and dining opportunities, as well as a number of lodging options. West Fargo's population exploded from fewer than 15,000 to more than 20,000 between 1990 and 2000, and continues to increase rapidly as Fargo and Moorhead to drive the growth of the entire metropolitan area.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 31m. Total distance: 264.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 232.6 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through ND can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (ND 49 / State Highway 49): Navigation decision point; at 28.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 28.7 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.1 hours — manageable with a long break at West Fargo, ND, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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